MYTHS OF GEOGRAPHY Eight Ways We Get the World Wrong

To most people, geography means listing the continents and naming the 50 states. But what defines a continent? And why are borders drawn the way they are? These are among the questions explored in this thought-provoking audiobook. Orlando Wells ably narrates this work. His English accent and even delivery add a professorial tone without sounding pedantic. His pacing makes it easy for listeners to follow the material. The author shows how centuries-old concepts play out today. For example, the Great Wall of China didn't keep out invaders. And cyber firewalls don't keep Chinese people from finding information on the Internet today. R.C.G. © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2024]